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BUILDING IS SOLD!
Sat. & Sun., Sept. 13th & 14th
10am - 3pm both days
99 West Main St., Avon, NY Behind Cole Bean & Feed
First Presbyterian Church of Tuscarora at Tuscarora Park
Any questions call (585) 750-1351
Thank you for your support!
Preowned Items Can Be Good For The Environment
Visit consignment stores: Consignment shops and Goodwill(R) stores are popular places to buy preowned items. These stores take donations or offer items for sale on consignment, which means once sold the person who provided the item gets a portion of the sale.
When browsing the racks of these stores, it’s possible to discover highend items mixed in with less expensive items. Shoppers may find designer handbags and clothing for much less than they would sell at retail, especially if the pieces are one or two seasons old. Relying on these stores to supplement classic wardrobe pieces is cost-effective and beneficial to the environment. If you regularly shop consignment stores, you can develop a rapport with the shopkeeper, who may alert you when new items are available.
Under §182 of the New York State Lien Law will sell at Public Auction for cash only all the personal property stored by:
RED DOOR – Sat., September 20th, 2025 at 2:50 PM
7205 Longwell Lane, Bath, NY 14810 – 8 Units for Auction
M.Monroy Unit 9 – Totes, yard game, books
R.Chittenden Unit 39 – flat top grill, TV, dolley, metal fencing, boxes, desk, cooler
A.Hayes Unit 120 – ladder, boxes, metal file cabinets, office chair, tarp
M.Monroy Unit 137 – pictures, metal chest, boxes, manikin
C.Manley Unit 139 – boxes, mirror, house décor, wood shelf
E.Hojnoska Unit 165 – generator, toolbox, bike, dresser, light, guitar, table, end table
C.Stowell Unit 122 AB – house supplies, dresser, totes, mattress, head and foot board, bags, highchair
C.Gerych Unit 27 AB – bike, AC unit, mattress, boxes, folding table, microwave, totes, books
MY STUFF SELF STORAGE - Sat., September 20th, 2025 at 3:45 PM
64539 Route 415, Wayland, NY 14572 – 4 Units for Auction
S.Harvey Unit 17 – glass cabinet, 49ers helmet, kids’ dirt bike, TV, rakes, bags, nightstand
B.Peaty Unit 47 – desk, table, nightstand, armoire, bins, bags, fan
D.Rose Unit 95 – total gym bench, boxes, pull up bar, table, kid toys
D.Rose Unit 96 – dresser, nightstand, bed frame, luggage, totes, little fire pit, jump mat
D.Rose Unit 97 – dressers, big wooden stand, bed frame
Maintain appliances and replace older ones. While reducing reliance on energy-thirsty appliances is a great way to reduce energy consumption, no one needs to throw away their refrigerators. Instead, maintain appliances so they are not forced to work harder, and thereby consume more energy, to function. Routinely clean the filtersonwindowairconditioners, replacing them if they’re worn down. In addition, have HVAC units serviced annually to ensure they’reoperatingatpeakcapacity. Replace older appliances, includingrefrigerators,thatareno longereffective.
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By Fifi Rodriguez
1. SCIENCE: Which of the major oceans is the saltiest?
2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which two primary colors mix to make the color purple?
3. GEOGRAPHY: Where are the Falkland Islands located?
4. MOVIES: What are the villains in the movie “Transformers” called?
STAY SAFE ON THE TRAILS THIS FALL
Fall hikes offer crisp air and colorful views, but safety is key to making the most of your time outdoors. One of the most important tips is to wear proper footwear. Trails can be slippery with fallen leaves or early frost, so opt for sturdy hiking boots with ankle support and good traction. Wool socks will help keep your feet dry and warm.
Also, be sure to stay fueled and hydrated. It may be cooler, but your body still needs water and energy. Bring a refillable water bottle and pack snacks like trail mix or energy bars to keep your stamina up.
And always respect the environment. Stick to marked trails, pack out your trash, and never feed wildlife. These small actions help protect natural habitats for future hikers. With some planning, fall hikes can be both beautiful and safe.
5. LITERATURE: Hercule Poirot is a detective featured in more than 30 of which author’s novels?
6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many olfactory receptors are in a dog’s nose on average?
7. MUSIC: When did the Woodstock Music and Art Fair take place in rural New York state?
8. PSYCHOLOGY: What is the fear of speaking in public called?
9. U.S. STATES: In which state is the Rocky Mountain National Park located?
10. LANGUAGE: What is the most commonly used letter in the English alphabet?
ANSWERS
The letter “e.”
The Atlantic Ocean.
Red and blue.
South Atlantic Ocean. 4. Decepticons. 5. Agatha Christie. 6. 300 million. 7. August 1969.
8. Glossophobia. 9. Colorado. 10.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
SIGHTS TO SEE AT FALL HARVEST FESTIVALS
DEAR DR. ROACH: I want to point out a serious health concern. My daughter turned 40 last year and got a mammogram that came back with a shocking diagnosis of stage 3 microinvasive carcinoma. She underwent three surgeries, the last of which was a double mastectomy. I read that cancer incidence increases with hormone usage that is greater than five years in a row. My daughter’s doctor prescribed “the pill” to her for much greater than five years and never even warned her of the risk.
How many other women are unaware of the risks? In many cases, these women are busy, young professionals as my daughter is. They are using the pill because it is so easy. Please warn them and their parents. -- M.R..
ANSWER: The association of combined oral contraceptives with breast cancer is controversial. Many large studies, such as the Nurses’ Health Study, didn’t find an association between “the pill” with breast cancer, either while a woman is using it or after she stops.
Q. A.
There have been some studies that have shown an increase in risk, but the magnitude of the risk is small. In a large Danish study, the overall increase in risk was about one additional case of breast cancer in 8,000 women taking the pill for a year. For women under 35, the risk was one case in 50,000 women per year. The studies that showed a risk for breast cancer did not show an increased risk when women took them for longer. Oral contraceptives certainly have risks. Blood clots are more common among users. They have side effects that can be very bothersome and sometimes prevent women from using them. However, there is an overall improvement in mortality risk among users because even in 2025, having a baby puts a mother’s life at risk, and oral contraceptives are effective at preventing pregnancy.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy male, age 65. I get 7-8 hours of sleep most nights, but during the night, I typically wake up three to four times with a very full bladder. So, I use the bathroom, then return to bed.
My question is, where do my kidneys get all the water to make so much urine? I’m not drinking during the night, and I don’t drink anything before I go to sleep. Where is it coming from? This does not happen during my waking hours. -- B.F.
ANSWER: When you drink or even eat food with a high water content, this fluid will be absorbed into your blood, but it takes time. Once it’s in your blood, it will then be filtered by your kidneys to make urine, but this, too, takes time.
In general, I tell my patients to stop drinking 4 hours or more before bedtime. People who have kidneys that aren’t at 100% function may need an even longer time so that they can urinate all the fluid out.
There are other considerations. Many men and women over 60 develop swollen legs during the day due to leaky blood vessels and valves in the veins. Taking in excess salt worsens this problem. The fluid will go back into the blood overnight, and it can easily be enough fluid to fill the bladder. Compression stockings can reduce the amount of fluid in the legs.
Finally, the body has a system for reducing urine output at night (the anti-diuretic hormone is secreted at night to prevent you from having to get up), and in some people, this system fails. The hormone can be given nasally in these cases, but since it can affect blood sodium levels, it needs to be used very judiciously.
Seasonal fare - Many fall harvest festivals are built on the foods harvested in the fall for that region. In Wisconsin, that may be cranberries, while in Massachusetts it could be oysters. Apples also turn up in many areas starting in September. For those who can’t wait to bite into food picked at the peak of its season, a fall harvest festival can’t be beat.
Flowers & Foliage
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 19 TH-21 ST • 9AM-2PM
AMANDA’S NATIVE GARDEN
8030 STORY RD., DANSVILLE, NY 14437 | (585) 750-6288
Visit our annual fall sale to get a jump start on planting for next year and explore our gardens at the peak of autumn color! www.amandasnativeplants.com
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REASONS TO SHOP FARMERS’ MARKETS
Farmers’ markets may sell organic produce at a cost comparable or even lower than other retailers. That’s because local farmers don’t have to transport their items as far as retailers whose foods were shipped from far away places.
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REMEMBERING THE CAR CULTURE OF SMALL-TOWN WNY
Before social media, people connected over coffee, conversation—and cars. In towns like Caledonia, Warsaw, and Le Roy, weekends in the 1950s and ‘60s often meant polishing your ride and cruising down Main Street.
Local diners and gas stations served as gathering places. In fact, some residents still remember seeing rows of classic Chevys and Fords parked outside long-gone drive-ins and garages. These weren’t just modes of transportation—they were personal pride, and in many ways, freedom on four wheels.
While things have changed,the region’s love of cars hasn’t gone anywhere. You’ll still find car cruises and shows all summer long in towns like Avon and Batavia, where today’s enthusiasts proudly keep that tradition alive— sometimes in the very same models their grandparents drove.
DANSVILLE: 7NORTHCLINTON STREET.Saturday13thandSunday 14th(10am-2pm).SALE!Vinylfencing,microwave,dryer,smallappliances,dishes,rugs,speakers,frames, etc.
TWIN TIER POULTRY CLUB CONSIGNMENT SALE
POULTRY, ANIMALS, RELATED EQUIPMENT
***NO REPTILES, CATTLE, HORSES, PONIES, SHEEP, GOATS OR PIGS***
STEUBEN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • 9AM
CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED FROM 6AM UNTIL 9AM ONLY
All poultry and animals must be in a suitable box with air holes or crate for selling. If possible, please put birds in viewable box/crate. All animals/poultry must be free from contagious or communicable diseases.
Payment by Cash or Check Only
For further informa on go to www.twin erpoultryclub.org or call Keith Orfanides at 607-769-6641
HOW COMMUNITIES BENEFIT WHEN CONSUMERS SHOP LOCAL Support nonprofits. Local businesses often support good work in the community, such as nonprofit groups. These can include schools and sports teams, among other groups. According to Dr. Sue Lynn Sasser, professor of economics at the University of Central Oklahoma, studies indicate nonprofits “receive 250 percent more support from small businesses than larger ones.”
polltime
With the national season starting with an exciting game for local fans, what are you most looking forward to with the start of the 2025 football season?
- Cheering on local college/high school teams
- Community traditions like pep rallies and homecoming
- Gathering with friends and family for game days
- Following the NFL and favorite pro teams
- Fantasy football fun
- All of the above
Poll ends 09-16-2025
Poll ended 09-09-2025
Crafted from 800+ pounds of butter from Batavia’s O-AT-KA Milk Products and recycled after the fair to help power a Pavilion farm, the butter sculpture is a staple of the NYS Fair. What do you enjoy most about the annual sculpture?
41.7% Seeing the creative new design each year
16.7% Its tradition as a Fair staple
8.3% Just marveling at the fact it’s all butter!
33.3% I’m indifferent or apathetic about the butter sculpture
Pastor John Zatkiewicz • Associate Pastor omas Hamblen Worship 11am • Sunday School 9:45am • Word of Life Kids & Teen Program & Adult Study 6pm • Wednesday Prayer & Praise 6:30pm
Grace Baptist Church
Pastor David eobald 9316 Main Street, Dansville, NY 14437 585-335-6190 Sunday School 9:15 AM; Worship Service 10:30 AM Wednesday Prayer Meeting/Kids Block/Youth Group 7:00 PM www.gracebcdansville.org
CATHOLIC
Sts. Mary & Matthew Faith Community
St. Mary’s, Honeoye • St. Matthew, Livonia www.stsmaryandmatthew.com - Rev. William Laird 9am Daily Masses: Mon. & Wed. at St. Matthew • Tues. & urs. at St. Mary’s Weekend Schedule: Sat. - 3:30pm Reconciliation, 4:30pm Mass at St. Matthew • Sun. - 8:30am Mass at St. Mary’s, 10:30am Mass at St. Matthew
St. Luke the Evangelist Parish
Sat. 4pm St. Lucy, Retsof, 5:45pm Holy Angels, Nunda • Sun. 8:30am St. Patrick, Mt. Morris, 10am St. Mary, Geneseo Daily Masses: Mon. 8am St. Mary • Tues. 8am St. Patrick • Wed. 5:30pm Holy Angels • urs. 8am St. Juan Diego Community, Leicester Eucharistic Adoration Mon. 5-7pm St. Mary, Geneseo
CHURCH OF NAZARENE
5604 Stone Hill Rd., Lakeville, NY 14480
Service: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Bible Study: Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Phone: 585-376-0749
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY CHURCH
41 Spring St., 346-5290; Pastor Benjamin Nickels Bible Study – all ages 9:45am; Worship Service 10:30am Livoniacommunitychurch.org
EPISCOPAL
Zion Episcopal Church
10 Park Place (on the Circle), Avon • (585) 226-3722 zionepiscopalchurchavon.org Sunday Worship and Holy Communion 10:00am Online Facebook: facebook.com/Zionchurchavon Sunday School (Pre-K-12) 9:00am
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
25 Clara Barton Street • Box 127 Dansville, NY 14437 • 585-335-5434 stpetesdansville.org • Handicap accessible Sunday Service @ 10:30am
LUTHERAN
Pastor Lisa Frauens • pastorlisaf@gmail.com • sttimothylutherangeneseo.org Sunday worship 9:30AM, & Live Streamed: www.facebook.com/sttimothygeneseo Intergenerational Sunday School, 10:30am 1st Sunday of the month Oct-May. Accessible building with hearing loop available.
METHODIST
United Methodist Church of Livonia
Pastor: Sung Ho Lee • 21 Summers St., Livonia • (585) 346-3511
E-mail: UMCLivonia@gmail.com • Website: UMCL.us Sunday Worship and Sunday School (Pre-K-5th grade): 9AM. Nursery care available. e service is live-streamed at the website www.umcl.us or on Facebook www.facebook.com/UMCLivonia Youth Group (6th-12th grade) Sundays 6:00-7:30PM.
FAITH and WORSHIP
Geneseo United Methodist Church
Rev. Beth Malone • Rt. 63 at the roundabout, Geneseo • 243-3160
9:30am Service followed by coffee hour • Sunday School classes for ages 4 - adult Summer Service in the outside pavilion at 8:30am every Sunday in August Nursery care for children up to age 3 • Now “Looped” for the Hearing Impaired Worship services available via Zoom - more info at www.geneseomethodist.com Handicapped accessible • “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors”
Dansville United Methodist Church 5 Chestnut Ave., Dansville Church phone: 585-335-5354 Sunday Worship: 11am
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
www.ffcny.org
Pastor Stephen Sweeting • Pastor Steven LaMar, Discipleship Pastor Cliff Baker, Youth Sunday Worship Prayer 10am
Sparta Center Church
Pastor David Zastrow • 585-236-0887 8455 Sparta Center Rd., Dansville, NY 14437 Service at 9:00am.
Find us on Facebook and YouTube at Sparta Center Church.
Genesee Valley Church Of Christ
7351 Rt. 256, Scottsburg • (Sparta Community Center) Leslie Farrow, contact person • 585-721-9669
Sunday Bible Study 9-9:45am • Sunday Worship 10:00-11:00am Non-denominational New Testament Teachings.
P.O. Box 105 | 3837 Center Street | Livonia, NY 14487
Phone: (585) 346-5075
Pastor: Jerry Swain CP | Sunday Worship 9:30 am
Streaming live on Facebook: Livonia Presbyterian Church, Livonia Center, NY Website: Livonianypres.org
York United Presbyterian Church
2662 Main St., York, NY • 243-1266
Sunday Worship Service in person at 10:00 am
Available on the YouTube channel: “York United Presbyterian Church”.
Pastor: Rev. Michelle Sumption • All are welcome!
UNITED CHURCH
585-346-0420 • slucc2021@charter.net
Worship 10:00am
Children Sunday School 10:20am
FB - South Livonia UCC
ORTHODOX
100 Stanford Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 • 585-224-0554
Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish
Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org
Lakeville United Church of Christ
5687 Big Tree Road, Lakeville, NY 14480
585-346-5232 • www.Lakevilleucc.com
Open & Affirming Church
Co-Pastors: Rev. Brian Krause & Beth Stowe
Worship at 10:30am
“I know God won’t give me anything I can’t handle. I just wish he didn’t trust me so much.”
—Mother Teresa
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St. George - Forsythe Funeral Home andM uments
109 West Naples St. • Wayland, NY 14572 (585) 728-2100
Erin L. (Laforce) Meter
September 7, 2025
Dansville: Erin L. (Laforce) Meter, age 78, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease.
Born on December 7, 1946, in Dansville, NY, Erin was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Jane Laforce. Alongside her late husband, Jim Meter, Erin owned and operated the Outfitter Gun Shop on Route 36 in Dansville for many years. In retirement, she continued to stay active, working as a secretary at Meter Paving & Excavating Inc. with her son.
Affectionately known as “Mimi,” Erin was the heart of her family. She was devoted to caring for her loved ones, especially her cherished grandchildren, and had a special way of making everyone feel seen and loved. Erin’s bright spirit, outgoing nature, and fun-loving personality lit up every room—she was the kind of person who brought smiles the moment she arrived. Her presence will be deeply missed and remembered always.
Erin was predeceased by her husband, Jim Meter; her parents, Bob and Jane Laforce; her in-laws, Bill and Lois Meter; and her niece, Jade Laforce.
She is survived by her loving children; son, Bill Meter and daughter, Mandy Carey; her grandchildren, Mara (Alyse) Carey, Mikey Carey, and Jimmy Meter. Erin is also survived by her siblings, Mike Laforce, Pete (Marsha) Laforce, Bob (Pam) Laforce, Joe Laforce, Pam Loncao, David Laforce, and Carol Johnson; and by many dear nieces and nephews, Lacey (James) Unger and their children, Matthew & Everly, Karson Laforce, Megan (TJ) Woodard and their children, Cole & Katie, Andy (Amanda) Laforce, Rebecca Laforce, Regenna Johnson, Jonathan (Felicia) Laforce, Jojo Laforce, William and Oliver.
Family and friends called from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on ursday, September 11, 2025, at the West Sparta United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Life followed at 12:00 PM. Burial took place privately at West Sparta Oaklawn Cemetery, where she was laid to rest beside her beloved Jim.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Chamberlin-Baird Funeral Home in Dansville.
To leave an online condolence, please visit BairdFuneralHomes.com
Robert R. Baker
August 30th, 2025
Ronceverte, WV – Robert R. Baker passed peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 30th in the company of loved ones.
Born February 19th, 1965 in Canandaigua, NY, he was the 8th of 9 children of George and Mary Baker,
Bob was a graduate of Honeoye Central School and Community College of the Finger Lakes with associates degrees in Business/DP in 1985. Bob was an industrious young man who learned to use power tools by the age of 10 . He worked at the family owned business, Baker Rental Sales and Fabrication, Inc, where his father and brothers taught him skills in mechanics, welding, sales, manufacturing & engineering. Bob also worked in new home construction, and then for a short period in a group home for developmentally disabled for a change of pace. He then came to West Virginia in 2000 to work as a volunteer at Gesundheit Institute and was subsequently hired there to complete a one year construction project. Upon completion he moved to Lewisburg, WV and became a licensed master plumber, then formed Baker Home Services in 2002. He was joined by his brother Steven who moved from NC in 2010 to become his business partner. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and survived by siblings,Walter (Carol Fox), Kathy Stumbo (Keith), John (Linda), Carolyn Gorton (Lynn), Albert (Dale), Sharon Gendreau, Steven, and Barbara Ashmead (Robert), many cousins, nieces, nephews (great and great, great).
Of comfort and support were his girlfriend, Christina Tulloh; her children, Gypsy and Dennis,Bob’s close friends,Gus Saldana,Sherry Blake,Shannon Beatty, Cynthia Clark, Gage Clark, Michael Buttrill, Christen Clark, Jessica Levine and many other friends who came to his side at his time of need.
Bob will be remembered for his smile, his kind heart, his ability to fix anything, to fashion useful items from reclaimed materials and his talent for playing congas in Distant Light (band).
e family is grateful for all who cared for him including members of the Lewisburg, WV Area Community, other friends and Hospice Care.
ere will a Celebration of Life for Bob at Ontario County Park, Watkins Lodge on September 28th, 2025 from 12:00-4:00 pm.
Donald H. Fredericy, Jr. (Donny)
3/24/1975-9/13/2004
Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow. What it means to lose you, No one will ever know.
In loving memory and joyful celebration of Genevieve (Jean) Seward 17 April, 1934 – 1 July, 2025
Saturday, September 13th • 1-3pm MORGAN ESTATES COMMUNITY CENTER 4399 Clearview Dr, Geneseo, NY
Please join us as we gather to honor the vibrant spirit of Jean.
“Myturn!”
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BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH ANIMAL TRAINERS
Trainers can recognize environmental factors affecting pets that owners may not see. Pet owners may think their homes are pet-friendly or conducive to housebreaking pets. But trainers may see things the untrained eye won’t. Anything from the location of a parrot’s cage to the designated litter box area for a cat can affect pets’ behavior, compromising pets owners’ efforts to housebreak their animals. Trainers can recognize potential problems that may have relatively simple solutions.
By Sam Mazotta
The case of the chronically constipated cat
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 13-year-old cat, “Tibbles,” has suddenly developed a litter box problem. He pees quite a lot -- I’m constantly scooping the box -- but I have not seen any poo for about three days. Tibbles seems comfortable and doesn’t seem distressed. -Jamie B. in Milwaukee
DEAR JAMIE: A significant change in litter box habits is a signal that something is going on, and you should call the veterinarian.
Cats are famously good at hiding illness. It’s an instinctive trait to keep predators away. If they’re feeling a bit off, you’ll almost never notice. If they’re seriously ill, they may hide themselves away. Senior cats like Tibbles become very secretive as their body ages. They walk more slowly and jump less if arthritis is developing. Their personality may change. They may yowl from discomfort or confusion.
Your cat may be developing a kidney problem, but to confirm this, you’ll need to bring Tibbles to the vet for some tests. It would be helpful to collect a urine sample and a stool sample (if he goes before your visit), so the vet can present results faster. If you’re not able to do that ahead of the visit, the vet may give you collection tools and instructions on how to get those samples and bring them in later.
Make sure that your cat is hydrating as well as possible. Keep his water bowl filled. Give him less dry kibble and more paté-style cat food. Limit his treats to just one or two pieces a day, or switch to a “lickable” treat (available in packets at most retailers).
The veterinarian will provide further dietary adjustments, and possibly medication, once they’ve observed and tested your cat. Follow their instructions precisely to help Tibbles become regular again.
Submitted by a local reader as part of our annual Pen-A-Poem contest. Share your thoughts at gvpennysaver.com/hometown
Alzheimer’s
By Carole Pinkley
I know there’ll come a time When your name I do not know, And though that moment saddens you, My grief was long ago.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
e course it takes nobody knows. Each person’s case unique. I do not mean the things I’ll do Or even things I speak.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
If you talk to me and it appears at I no longer care, It’s this disease. It is not me at causes my blank stare.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
But walk along beside me
On this journey I must take, ‘Cause deep inside I’m still the same, e love, the bond, it will not break.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
MOMENTS IN TIME
“Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it all into words is all that is necessary. ”
Margaret Cousins
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* On Sept. 15, 1954, the famous picture of Marilyn Monroe, laughing as her skirt is blown up by the blast from a subway vent, is shot. The scene infuriated her husband, Joe DiMaggio. (The History Channel)
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Turkey Supper
Drive-Thru Take-Out Only!
Sat., Sept. 27th • 4pm til gone!
North Cohocton Methodist Church 10 University Ave., N. Cohocton
$15.00/Dinner
SAVORY & SEASONAL Four Be Chili
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
Chicken
Salt Potatoes, Baked Beans, Roll & Pie
Eat in or take out
Noon-2pm or till gone
ADULTS: $14 • CHILDREN: $7
SCOTTSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
7331 STATE ROUTE 256 SCOTTSBURG, NY 14545
Apple Brie Bites
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
5 ounces Brie cheese
Servings: 24
1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
Heat oven to 400 F. Grease mini muffin pan.
Press seams of puff pastry sheet together. Cut sheet into quarters then each quarter into six pieces.
Use rolling pin to flatten each piece of pastry into square shape. Place one square into each muffin cup.
Put 1/2 teaspoon brie, 1 teaspoon apple butter and 1/2 teaspoon chopped pecans into each muffin cup.
Bake 13-15 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.
As the weather starts to cool, turn to warming soups and stews as nutrient-packed comfort foods you can enjoy all winter. is recipe incorporates root vegetables like onion, garlic and carrots, and can easily invite other favorite veggies into the mix!
Four Bean Chili
Makes 8 to 10 servings
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (15 ounces) small white beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) light kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) dark kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup vegetable broth
1 can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles
1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon cider vinegar.
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots and bell pepper; cook and stir 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt; cook and stir 1 minute.
Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, broth, chiles, and chocolate; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar. Chili is even better served with cornbread. Make batter while the vegetables are cooking in step one and bake it while the chili is simmering.
Recipe From “Vegan Cooking for Beginners” (Publications International, Ltd.) by the PIL editors
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Beautiful Tribute
Thank you SO much for sharing the beautiful tribute to Chuck Mangione in the Hometown Stories. He was one of my clients and a dear personal friend, and he was such a wonderful person. It was great to read that someone wrote such a beautiful piece about him.
Precious Gesture
As I walked my son down Main Street the other day, I noticed we were approaching a man mowing his lawn. I was a little worried about my baby’s ears because of the noise, but as we got closer, the man cut his engine and we walked by. I noticed he wore ear plugs. I said, “Did you just stop so we could walk by?” He replied, “Absolutely. I would never take that chance.” So to the wonderfully kind man who did that for us the other day, I just want to say thank you! What may have seemed like a small gesture of kindness to you really meant the world to me. I haven’t stopped thinking about it all week. We live in a special little town!
Batavia Angels
I would like to thank the four gentlemen who helped my husband, Chris, when he fell out of his wheelchair on August 22nd at the corner of Jefferson and Main St. What’s more, I am most grateful to the four young EMTs who checked Chris’ vitals and took him to the ER. It was our 27th wedding anniversary and we were walking to the little waterfall behind the courthouse. Thank you all so very much! God bless you all.
Please, out of respect for fellow shoppers, let’s keep nudity out of public shopping places. It’s very embarrassing. If you feel the need to dress so skimpy, please do it within the walls of your home. Thank you!
As a [food] delivery driver for the area, I’d like to explain how we get paid to deliver your food. The [company] pays $2 an order plus whatever tip you leave. So if your order isn’t picked up, consider tipping $1 for every mile you are away from the place you’re ordering.
So many of our neighbors struggle to make ends meet nowadays. How about a little patience and grace instead of the eye rolling and groans when someone takes a little extra time at the register because a card gets declined or, heaven forbid, an EBT card doesn’t scan properly. Remember that many of us are just one accident away from the same boat.
Youth Art Exhibit Opens in Dansville This September
BY SUZIE WELLS
Henry David oreau said, “ is world is but a canvas to our imagination.” at boundless spirit of creativity is at the heart of the upcoming Eye-Magine e Future Youth Art Exhibit, opening September 13th at the Genesee Community College (GCC) Dansville Campus.
eexhibitwillshowcaseartworkfromstudents in grades K-12 at Dansville Central School District, participants in the BOCES LIVES Program at GCC, and local homeschoolers. e goal is to “spark imaginative thinking and provide space for creative expression for the youth of Dansville. It aims to empower young peopletosharetheirvisionsforthefuturewhile fostering connections within the community,” says organizer Allie Oliver-Burns, a Corning native, graphic designer, and member of the Dansville ArtWorks board since 2019.
Oliver-Burns says, “Art is constantly evolving, yet it’s important not to overlook the enduring value of physical art. Unlike digital creations, physical art is tangible, one-of-a-kind, and carries the essence of the artist’s presence. It represents an investment in authenticity, culture, and history, with long-term stability in the market. Beyond its financial value, it serves as a direct connection to human heritage, offering a deeply personal way to engage with the world. While digital art holds its own unique space, there is no substitute for the raw, human quality that physical art embodies.”
Oliver-Burns and the other organizers hope this event and others through Dansville ArtWorks “cultivate and enhance the visual, literary, and performing arts opportunities” in the region. Creativity is a powerful tool for shaping the future of Dansville, and she says
they hope to help unite families, educators, local organizations, and artists to create a platform for meaningful conversations and the exchange of diverse perspectives.
Funded by the Genesee Valley Council of the Arts’ AidtoLocalitiesProgram,theprojectbringstogether a coalition of community partners. In addition to Oliver-Burns, coordinators include Salome Farraro, Dansville ArtWorks treasurer, Amy Churchfield, Associate Dean at GCC Dansville Campus, Laurie Rogers, GCC Dansville’s Director of Operations, and Denise Scannell, owner of MacFadden Coffee Company. eir collective work ensures that art doesn’t just stay on the walls but becomes part of daily life in Dansville.
Dansville ArtWorks, founded in 2014, has steadily builtareputationforcultivatingartsopportunitiesin the region. In addition to this new youth exhibit, the nonprofit helps support local artists and has helped bring creative experiences to town through projects such as Fairy Doors of Dansville and the 2024 Clara Barton Mural.
For young artists, Eye-Magine is more than just an exhibit. It’s a chance to share their personal
voices. Lillith, a fi h grade artist, says her love for art began when a close friend shared her passion and taught Lillith some techniques. “ at started showing me how much I love art.” Lillith says she enjoys “using my creativity on different things” and dreams of becoming an art teacher one day. For her, this exhibit is “something fun to do and share!” Lillith says, “Art is amazing in every way, and I hope our creativity keeps growing here.”
By inviting students to imagine the future through their own creativity, the Eye-Magine exhibit highlights art’s enduring role in shaping community, culture, and possibility. For updates, visit dansvilleartworks.com or follow Dansville ArtWorks on Facebook and Instagram. Attendees are encouraged to tag photos from the exhibit with # eFuture and #DansvilleArtworks.
e youth art exhibit will be open from September 13-26, with gallery hours daily from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at GCC Dansville Campus on Clara Barton Street. Visitors can vote for their favorite piece, and the winning selection will move on to a People’s Choice ExhibitatMacFaddenCoffeeCo.fromOctober1-11.
Two free receptions bookend the event:
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 13th, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at GCC Dansville Campus Closing Reception: Saturday, October 11, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at MacFadden Coffee Co., 211 Main Street.
“Art is constantly evolving, yet it’s important not to overlook the enduring value of physical art. Unlike digital creations, physical art is tangible, one-of-a-kind, and carries the essence of the artist’s presence.”
ALLIE OLIVER BURNS
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SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
Expired products at home?
STREaMING SOURCE
When the pandemic began over five years ago and our stores were keeping odd hours and sometimes the shelves were empty, many of us stocked up on food and supplies when we could get them. We chose canned goods and dry boxed foods like pasta, as well as staples like bleach and sanitizing wipes.
Where are those items now? Are some of them still on our shelves at home, maybe tucked in the back and kept for emergencies?
It’s time to check those items for expiration dates. Most are likely too old to be used, and many of them can make us sick if we do.
Here are a few hints as you go through your stash:
You’ll likely need a magnifying glass as you look at each item because the dates are often very small.
The dilemma with foods is that the experts don’t agree. Some claim that an expiration date doesn’t really mean the food is no longer good, while some say to pay attention to the dates. Plus, there’s a difference between “best by,” “sell by” and “use by” dates. Confusing, isn’t it? I tend to go by the date that’s printed as the cutoff date.
Bleach really does expire and lose potency, and so do the sanitizing wipes, antibacterial hand soap and other cleaning products. Look on the product for a lot number and check the company’s website for dates of manufacture or how to decode the batch number.
Even your shampoo has a limit to the time it can sit unused in your bathroom cabinet, and so do toothpaste, deodorant, hand lotion, eye drops -- nearly everything you use. Go online to www.checkfresh. com. Click the brand of your item and type in the lot number. It will tell you when it was made.
When in doubt, call the manufacturer. It’s better to be safe than to use an expired product.
Please join us for our annual members meeting and a fascinating talk on the life of Mary Jemison by local historian Oliver Bickel.
In addition to recounting the o en dramatic elements of her life story, this presentation will discuss what it was about Mary Jemison that makes her not only such a uniquely interesting figure in the history of Livingston County, but over 200 years later, a continuing inspiration for so many people in this area, and worldwide.
Not a West Sparta Historical Society member? You are more than welcome to attend the presentation and stay for coffee. We would love to have you sign up as a member too!
AGENDA
2pm—"Mary Jemison" by Oliver Bickel
3pm—Coffee and a chance to talk to Mr. Bickel
3:30 pm—West Sparta Historical Society Annual Meeting
Questions? Call Lisa at 585-315-2053
Seating is limited, so reservations are encouraged!
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LEAF PEEPING PLANNING GUIDE
Pack the right gear
While most people are not without a smartphone that can capture amazing high-resolution imagery, serious leaf photographers may want to take out their prized camera equipment for leaf-peeping excursions. Also bring along a map or a GPS-enabled device so you can explore back roads and areas off the beaten path more readily.
There are plenty of apps that can help with foliage-finding adventures, so a phone is a handy tool. When packing, also bring along hiking boots, comfortable layered clothing and any equipment you’d normally take for an afternoon in the great outdoors.
Another idea is to hit the ATM machine prior to the visit. Many smaller towns and their local shops may not take credit cards, so it’s best to have cash on hand for food and souvenirs.
HEMLOCK TRAIN SHOW
September 20th & 21st, 2025
10am-4pm • Sunday, 10am-3pm S
For information contact Bob Kleinmann • 716-440-3156 Tom Frey • 585-734-1662
I step outside and the chilly air tightens the skin on my bare arms. Summer has ended all too quickly, and some of the leaves on the trees have already started toburnwiththecolorsoffall.Fall colors.... so bright and intense and beautiful. It’s like nature is trying to fill you up with color, to saturateyousoyoucanstockpile it before winter turns everything mutedanddreary.
~Siobhan Vivian, Same Difference
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NUTRITIOUS SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS FOR KIDS
No two children are the same, but many youngsters share a number of similarities. Few young children enjoy going to bed on time, and many can’t resist a good trampoline. Kids also have a reputation for being picky eaters, which can be challenging for parents tasked with picking and preparing school lunches.
When dining at home, parents know which foods their kids eat and which they push around their plates in the hopes they won’t have to consume them. School lunch is a different scenario altogether, as parents are not around to ensure their youngsters eat a full and nutritious meal. Kids who are picky eaters may not eat any lunch at all. Parents who want to ensure their children get the nutrition they need to do well in school can consider the following school lunch ideas.
• Make-your-own sandwich: Kids may be more likely to eat a full lunch if they get to put it together themselves. Parents can put all the elements of a tasty sandwich into youngsters’ lunch boxes, but let kids assemble the meal themselves. Sandwiches are not necessarily the healthiest midday meal, but they are much more nutritious when parents pack whole grain bread, tomatoes, lettuce, and low-sodium deli meat in students’ lunch boxes. If a do-it-yourself sandwich is a nonstarter, consider a DIY taco lunch complete with whole grain tortillas.
• Burrito bowl: A burrito bowl with kid-friendly yet nutritious ingredients is another great school lunch option. Red beans are a good source of fiber and the Harvard Medical School notes all beans are rich in potassium. Fiber is filling, so a burrito bowl that includes fiber-rich ingredients, including red beans but also quinoa or brown rice, can help students avoid late-day hunger pangs that can compromise how they feel and perform in the classroom. Burrito bowls are so tasty that kids may not even realize Mom and Dad have snuck some healthy foods like vegetables into their midday meal.
• Parfait: Parfait has all the looks of a tasty dessert without the pitfalls of ice cream and other treats. The nutritional value of parfait depends on the ingredients Mom and Dad choose to include. Protein-rich Greek yogurt paired with some fruit and granola makes for a filling and tasty meal that’s also loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber. An insulated and airtight lunch box packed with ice packs can ensure the parfait is still cool come lunchtime.
• Pasta salad: Kids tend to be especially fond of pasta, and parents can use that affinity to their advantage when planning school lunches. A whole-wheat pasta salad with some cherry tomatoes and diced broccoli makes for a nutrient-rich lunch that kids can enjoy. If broccoli figures to raise youngsters’ ire, consider a nutritious substitute, such as shaved cucumber or zucchini.
School lunches can be nutritious and still make kids excited to eat their midday meal away from home.
TIPS TO HELP KIDS LEARN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Shop for groceries in a foreign language. When grocery shopping with children in tow, parents can point to foods around the store and ask kids to say each item in the foreign language they’re learning. Make a list before going to the store and reward kids who name all of the items on the list with a special treat at checkout.
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TOW TRUCK DRIVER
Full and Part-time positions. Must have experience in light duty towing and recovery, light service work. No CDL required. Must have a tow endorsement and clean driver’s license. For more information apply at: M&R Automotive Service Geneseo, NY or send resume to: mras1automotive@gmail.com
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is no small working parents. But such a goal is possible.
The Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation has career opportunities for everyon
Full-Time Charge Nurse:
Starting at $40.67/hr.
(Part-Time and Per Diem status also available)
Full-Time RN: Starting at $38.01/hr.
Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse: Starting at $29.44/hr.
(Part-Time and Per Diem status also available)
Full-Time Nursing Assistant: Starting at $23.82/hr.
(Part-Time and Per Diem status also available)
Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant Trainee: $19.46/hr. (Next CNA class starts in Oct.)
Full-Time Hairdresser: Starting at $19.46/hr.
NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS
For paid CNA class starting October 2025 Scan the QR code to apply
Full-Time and Part-Time Neighborhood Assistant positions available
Employment includes many Livingston County benefits.
Contact: Marianne Miller, Recruitment Specialist
Workforce Development/Livingston County Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation MarianneMiller@livingstoncountyny.gov or call/text (585) 322-2950
LIVINGSTON COUNTY CENTER FOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION MT. MORRIS, N.Y.
Wayland-Cohocton
School District
Account Clerk/Typist
Full-time, 12-month, $17-$19/hr commensurate with experience
Job Description is available at: https://tinyurl.com/bdz275k8
Application Procedure:
Current civil service qualified Account Clerk/Typist: Contact Livingston County Personnel Office for information on transferring. Applicants not currently civil service qualified: Must apply to take the Account Clerk/Typist exam through the Livingston County Personnel Office. Create an account and apply online at https://tinyurl.com/494f8b2k
Additionally, submit a letter of interest and resume no later than Sept. 19, 2025 to WCCS/Human Resources, 2350 Route 63, Wayland, NY 14572 or email to lraymond@wccsk12.org e deadline to apply for the next exam is October 1, 2025. e exam will be given on October 15, 2025.
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TEACHING ASSISTANTS OR TEACHER AIDES
Qualifications:
• Teaching Assistant-NYS Certification as Teaching Assistant
• Teacher Aide- High school graduate or equivalent
• Experience working with children and/or knowledge of behavioral interventions preferred.
Location:
• Mt. Morris and Dansville locations
Salary:
• Teaching Assistant- $22,113-$23,342
Employers, are you interested in participating in future, monthly, free, job fair events?
Contact Workforce Development at 585.243.7047 or jjaeger@co.livingston.ny.us
• Teaching Aide- $20,885-$22,113
• Both positions come with full benefits package including NYS pension.
Start Date:
• ASAP
Visit our website at www.gvboces.org
is position will be open until filled. Information will be reviewed as it is received. If interested, please send a letter of interest referencing Vacancy 26-32, along with a resume and proof of certification to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:
Bristol Mountain is now hiring for the 2025 Fall Sky Ride Season and the 2025/2026 winter season!
To apply go directly to the application at BristolMountain.com and click on Jobs
Or Scan the QR Code
CEO/Zoning Officers Open Position
e Town of West Sparta is accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer and Zoning Officer. Code Enforcement duties include, but are not limited to, administering and enforcing all provisions of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, issuing, denying, or revoking building permits or certificates of occupancy, issuing written notices to correct unsafe, illegal, or dangerous conditions in existing properties or structures, inspecting buildings and structures for compliance with the fire prevention provisions of the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and providing monthly reports of activities to the Town Board. Zoning Officer duties include, but are not limited to, enforcing the local zoning code (Land Development Code) and enforcing local laws pertaining to zoning and property maintenance. Minimum qualifications for the position are graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, appropriate professional certifications, valid driver’s license, and the ability to interact in a positive manner with the public and other town officials.
Applicants must include a letter of interest, a resume, and employee application form which may be found on the Town Of West Sparta website https://townwestsparta.digitaltowpath.org:10278/content under the Town Clerk tab. Applications may be dropped off at the Town Clerk’s office in person or drop box outside the town hall or emailed to the townclerk@townofwestsparta.org.
Applications are due by October 4, 2025 12:00 pm at the office of the Town Clerk, West Sparta Town Hall, 8302 Kysorville-Byersville Road, Dansville NY 14437 and to be reviewed on Oct. 9, 25 board meeting.
e Town of West Sparta has the right to refuse any and/or all resumes, employee applications and letters of interest.
Order by the Board Town Clerk, Marie Powell
EFFICIENCY AT WORK
People with multiple hobbies recognize there are many great ways to spend one’s time. But even people with plenty of ways to pass their time may find themselves wasting time each day, a phenomenon that seems to begrowing.
In its 2014 “Wasting Time at Work” survey, Salary.com found that 89 percent of participants acknowledged wasting time at work each day. That marked a sharpincreasefromayearprior, when 69 percent of workers surveyed reported wasting time at work. Thirty-one percent of workers surveyed admitted wasting roughly 30 minutes per day, while another 31 percent estimated they waste around one hour each day. Perhaps the most surprising finding from the survey was that 4 percent of participants admitted they waste four or more hours, or at least half a typically eight-hour workday, at work each day. Some people might be wasting time out of sheer boredom, but many may be able to trace all those squandered minutes and hourstoinefficiency.
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